The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 2 buses that leave Boston, MA for Schenectady, NY on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €361.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price | €632 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 PM Boston, MA | 4h10 | 12:25 AM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 11:00 AM Boston, MA | 4h05 | 3:05 PM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY
Buses from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NYYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $33 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Schenectady, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schenectady, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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